New Crosswalk Signals Installed at Deadly Intersection Near University of Arizona

Safety upgrades aim to reduce pedestrian crashes at busy Euclid and Second Street crossing.

Apr. 17, 2026 at 2:19am

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A bold, colorful silkscreen-style illustration depicting a single crosswalk signal icon repeated in a grid pattern, conceptually representing the new pedestrian safety upgrades installed at a busy intersection near the University of Arizona.Vibrant new crosswalk signals aim to improve pedestrian safety near the University of Arizona campus.Tucson Today

The City of Tucson has installed new HAWK crosswalk signals at the intersection of Euclid Avenue and Second Street, near the University of Arizona campus, where three students were killed in a crash last October. The upgrades are part of a broader safety project to improve visibility and give pedestrians and cyclists more control when crossing the street.

Why it matters

The deadly crash last year sparked outrage and calls for improved safety measures at the intersection, which is heavily trafficked by students. The new HAWK signals are designed to significantly reduce the risk of future pedestrian-involved crashes in the area.

The details

The HAWK crosswalk signals, also known as pedestrian-hybrid beacons, are activated when someone needs to cross the street. They stop traffic and improve visibility for pedestrians. Construction on the new signals at Euclid and Second began in February and was completed nearly a month ahead of schedule. This is the first of six new HAWK crosswalks the city plans to install at a total cost of over $3.65 million.

  • The deadly crash that killed three UA students occurred in October 2025.
  • Construction on the new HAWK crosswalk signals began in February 2026.
  • The Euclid and Second Street crosswalk upgrades were completed in March 2026, almost a month ahead of schedule.

The players

City of Tucson

The local government responsible for implementing the new pedestrian safety improvements at the intersection near the University of Arizona campus.

University of Arizona

The public research university located in Tucson, whose students were impacted by the deadly crash that prompted the safety upgrades.

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What’s next

The City of Tucson plans to install five additional HAWK crosswalk signals at other high-traffic intersections around the city as part of its $3.65 million pedestrian safety improvement project.

The takeaway

The new HAWK crosswalk signals at Euclid and Second Street represent an important step in improving pedestrian safety near the University of Arizona campus, where a tragic crash last year highlighted the need for better infrastructure to protect students and other walkers. While more work remains to be done, this project demonstrates the city's commitment to reducing the risk of future accidents through targeted investments in crosswalk technology.